What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounts Payable Manager position at NR Consulting?
Job Title: Manager of Accounts Payable
Location: New Haven, CT (Hybrid schedule)
Direct Hire/ Permanent role
Overview:
Leads the accounts payable function, ensuring accurate and timely processing of invoices, payments, and expenses. Manages a team, maintains internal controls, supports audits, and oversees tax and accrual reporting while partnering with Procurement and other departments.
The ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise, including hands-on experience designing, building, and monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs) and operational metrics to support data-driven decision-making.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage end-to-end AP processes (invoices, payments, reimbursements)
- Supervise and develop AP team
- Ensure compliance with policies, controls, and regulations
- Maintain records, monitor aging, and ensure timely vendor payments
- Handle vendor/department issue resolution
- Oversee IRS (1099/1042), CT sales tax, and accrual reporting
- Support audits and reporting; perform reconciliations
- Drive process improvements and system efficiency
Requirements:
- BS in Accounting
- 5–7 years AP experience (2 years in leadership)
- Strong accounting/AP knowledge in high-volume environments
- Experience with tax reporting and AP systems (e.g., SAP)
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
Preferred:
- CPA or CMA
- Experience with automated AP/workflow tools
Core Skills:
Leadership, strategic planning, teamwork, communication, adaptability, and customer focus